An extinct species of parasitic wasp dating back nearly 99 million years was found preserved in amber, according to researchers. Specimens of Sirenobethylus charybdis, or S. charybdis, named after the ...
Scientists discovered an ancient wasp species, Sirenobethylus charybdis, preserved in 99-million-year-old amber from Myanmar. The wasp's structure resembles a Venus flytrap, believed to have been used ...
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Researchers discovered two new parasitic wasp species living in the U.S., tracing their origins back to Europe and uncovering clues about how they spread. Their arrival raises fresh questions about ...
An ancient wasp may have used an odd structure at its rear end to capture insects and lay its eggs on or inside of them, according to a new study published Thursday in BMC Biology. Researchers named ...
At least two different populations of a parasitic wasp native to Europe have been found on opposite coasts of North America. But no one knows how they got there. Reading time 3 minutes There are all ...
Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. A previously unidentified species of invasive parasitic wasps is now ...
(CNN) — A newly identified parasitic wasp that buzzed and flew among dinosaurs 99 million years ago evolved a bizarre mechanism to snare other creatures and force them to unwittingly shelter its young ...
These are two species of Bootanomyia dorsalis wasps introduced from Europe. Invasive species have a reputation for causing trouble. From the cane toad to the Asian tiger mosquito, these creatures are ...
Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in now to continue reading. Ho said biocontrol agents like the wasps are typically ...
Scientists have just identified two previously unknown species of parasitic wasps living in the United States. The discovery is described in a study in the Journal of Hymenoptera Research led by ...